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In this issue:
Summer Services
This Sunday’s Services
A Word of Thanks and Blessing – Pastor Charles
Summer Fridays in July/August – Change in Office Hours
Vacation
NextGen Search Committee Notice of Candidate
Spring Business Meeting
Summer Children’s Ministry @ BSBC
Summer Youth Ministry @ BSBC
Seeking Youth Leaders for Summer Ministry
Love Offering
Memory Book
Wednesday Library Openings
June Birthday Calendar
This Week @ BSBC
1. A Message from Pastor Greg: Summer Services
Next Sunday, July 4, we’ll be launching our summer plan for July, August and the first Sunday in September!
Our summer worship ministry will have two venues:
In the sanctuary, we'll be offering a ‘blended’ worship service, bringing the church family together to engage in elements of both contemporary and traditional worship.
In the gym, we’ll be offering our Sermon Café where those who come will enjoy coffee/tea/juice at individual tables, with a background of worship music allowing for conversation until the sermon is offered in the sanctuary and then fed to the gym. Our hope is this might encourage you to bring a friends and family who would enjoy a warm welcome, a congenial atmosphere and a Biblical expression followed by continued, relaxed conversation on the topic of the sermon or anything else. Just one note, on communion Sundays, communion will only be served in the sanctuary.
This approach allows us to give our small but faithful gym worship leaders a summer break to be refreshed for fall leadership. It also allows us the opportunity to make a number of technology and setting upgrades in that room, made possible by the use of the AV portion of the 2020 budget surplus.
We will continue with Sunday morning online broadcasts of the Blended Service. For both the Blended Service in the sanctuary and the Sermon Café in the gym, reservations will still be needed and we’ll be grateful for your continued engagement in this way.
So, consider our summer plan and your participation in it. It can be said we live in a ‘different’ time and this ‘different’ approach offers some much needed flexibility as we make our way to the fall.
Pastor Greg
2. This Sunday's Services
This week, in both services, we’ll be celebrating the faithful ministry of Pastor Steve Patterson as we gather to do something very important to him – WORSHIP and we do something very important to us – EXPRESS GRATITUDE. We want there to be some surprises for Pastor Steve so we won’t spill the beans here.
Come with a heart filled with gratitude and as a way of blessing Pastor Steve and Cindy as they conclude 10 years of ministry with us. Julianne Moore will be leading in the gym. Gloria Tranquilla and “friends” will be leading in the sanctuary. In addition, in both services will be presenting a video that will introduce you to NINE new members of our church family. And if that wasn’t enough, you’ll be invited to pray over Leah and Reuben Myles as they prepare to depart for missionary work at Faith Academy in the Philippines.
It’s going to be a great morning and…even though we can’t have our annual BBQ lunch…there just “might” be some treats offered to you in the parking lot. Treats you can take home and enjoy OR, remaining socially distanced from other bubbles, you can enjoy them here.
3. An Expression of Thanks and Blessing
Dear BSBC family,
We very much enjoyed our Sunday morning with you. All praise to God for his way of placing each one of us at the right place at the right time to edify and serve one another!
We are so thankful to God for your generosity towards us, once again. Your love offering is a wonderful testimony of your love for others and will be used to make possible this summer project to share the Gospel with those who don't know the extent of God's love for them! Merci beaucoup! Thank you!
May God continue to shape us, day after day all into who He wants us to be!
In Him, by His Grace and for His Glory among all Nations!
Charles, Sarah, Lucie, Victoria & Joseph
4. Summer Fridays in July & August
Summer brings an opportunity for adjusted schedules and that includes our church office. Please note that on Friday afternoons for July and August, our office will be closing at 3 p.m. Thank you for noting this change in the routine.
Your Board of Management
5. Vacation
Pastor Greg and Margaret will be taking a few vacation days, starting Sunday afternoon, June 27. He will return to the office for Friday, July 2.
6. Calling BSBC's First Community Connections Pastor
The NextGen Search Committee (NGSC) is pleased to announce that at the Spring Business Meeting to be held on Wednesday, June 23 at 7 p.m., they will be putting forward the following motion:
Moved that Pastor Ross Watters of Gorebridge, Scotland, be called to fill the permanent position of Community Connections Pastor at Brunswick Street Baptist Church. Start date to be determined.
We are pleased to report that after meeting with Pastor Ross on Zoom, the Board of Deacons has unanimously voted in favour of this call. The NGSC is grateful to God for the privilege of seeking His candidate for this position and for the many expressions of the Holy Spirit's leading in this search. A full report of all aspects of the search process and complete details about the candidate can be obtained by (1) clicking the link below to download the document OR (2) by contacting the church office (458-8348/receptionist@bsbc.nb.ca) to arrange for the document to be emailed to you or sent to you by Canada Post, OR (3) by stopping by the church office during business hours to pick up a printed copy.
Thank you for prayerfully reviewing the document and attending the Spring Business Meeting, at which time you will meet Pastor Ross via Zoom link.
Yours in Christ,
Deacon Sally Crawford, Chair
Pastor Greg Geldart (ex officio)
Deacon Lei Jin
Roger Kierstead
Julianne Moore
Deacon Graeme Powell
Deacon Adam Savard
Erin Tingley
7. Spring Business Meeting (Expanded Agenda)
The Moderator gives notice of the Spring Business Meeting to be held on Wednesday June 23, 2021 at 7 p.m. in-person in the sanctuary, with any overflow in the gym, and online via Zoom.
Expanded agenda
The meeting will receive reports from the Board of Deacons, the Board of Management, the Chinese Congregation and vote on the recommendation of the Search Committee to extend a pastoral call to Pastor Ross Watters to engage with us in the role of Community Connections Pastor at BSBC. Also there will be a motion to approve the 2020 Financial Review.
8. Summer Children's Ministry
Sunday KIDZTOWN For Kindergarten to Grade 5
As we move into July and August, parents are invited to consider having your K to Grade 5 children engage in our weekly KidzTown. From 10:15 a.m. through to the end of the morning worship services, our teaching team are able to welcome up to 15 children to engage in worship, learning and fellowship with specific COVID-19 protocols in place.
Click the link below to access the detailed COVID-19 plan for everyone’s safety. Reservations are required and can be made when you register for worship services by using the KidzTown box to register your child(ren).
Vacation Bible School
We, here at Brunswick Baptist Church, are so excited to let you know about our Vacation Bible School program for this year: Treasured: Discovering You Are Priceless to God!
Treasured is a wonderful program that will teach points of the bible through fun adventures. We'll have Sing and Play, Bible Adventures, KidVid Cinema and Imagination Station, where the children will create and make something new every week! We are planning five weeks of in person fun, games, snacks, great music and new adventures.
Please, register your children and bring them every week to join the fun at our Island of Treasures! The same COVID-19 protocols used in KidzTown will be applied to VBS.
VBS is offered on different days for different age groups:
K to Grade 2: Wednesdays from 9 a.m. to noon
Grade 3 to 5: Thursdays from 9 a.m. to noon
VBS will be offered the following weeks, attend any session or all sessions:
Session One: Wednesday, July 7 (K-Gr. 2)/Thursday, July 8 (Gr. 3-5)
Session Two: Wednesday, July 21 (K-Gr. 2)/Thursday, July 22 (Gr. 3-5)
Session Three: Wednesday, Aug. 4 (K-Gr. 2)/Thursday, Aug. 5 (Gr. 3-5)
Session Four: Wednesday, Aug. 18 (K-Gr. 2)/Thursday, Aug. 19 (Gr. 3-5)
Session Five: Wednesday, Sept. 1 (K-Gr. 2)/Thursday, Sept. 2 (Gr. 3-5)
9. Summer Youth Ministry
We’re looking forward to a great summer for Middle School (welcoming those going into Grade 6 in September) through to High School and for Young Adults.
Tuesday Night Youth Group (7 to 9 p.m. | Weekly in July & August)
We’re grateful to Emily Perrin-Colpitts and Isaac Colpitts for accepting our invitation to work this summer in youth ministry. Emily has great ideas and is planning something for everyone. We hope new Middle Schoolers (those going into grade 6 in September) will join in the fun and everyone should feel free to come with a friend!
Wednesday Night Bible Study (6:30 to 8 p.m. | Weekly in July and August)
We’re also grateful to Alyse Wilton and her trusty sidekick, husband Jon, who will be leading the summer study of the Scriptures. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to continue to grow spiritually through the summer.
Sundays Summer Fresh Start (Bi-Weekly in July and August | Following Worship Services)
Dr. Keith and Pastor Greg will be hosting bi-weekly gatherings for young adults. They invite you to join them for lunch, a study/discussion and prayer time with group fellowship to follow.
Sundays July 4 & 18
Sundays August 1, 15 & 29
10. Seeking Summer Youth Leaders
Hey church!
I am reaching to ask for volunteers for the summer Youth Group.
Whether you’re a senior in high school, a senior citizen or somewhere in between, you could give your time to the youth group. Though before you can say yes, I should explain what we would need from you.
Youth group is meeting each Tuesday from 7 to 9 p.m. throughout the summer. You would be responsible for showing up 15-30 mins early and/or stay 15-30 mins afterwards for setup and takedown of games and activities. As a youth leader your role would be to spend some time with the youth, engaging in faith filled conversations as well as if physically capable, helping join/run games.
Something I believe in very deeply is allowing the youth to see people living their life for Christ at all different stages. The students benefit when they get to see people of all different ages, all different relationship statuses and all different cultures pursuing a life of faith. Youth leaders are often who the kids relate themselves to, we build strong connections of trust with them, giving them a safe space to figure out who they are and to ask questions about life and religion.
So, whether you have more energy than you know what to do with, or find yourself more on the introverted side, there is a place for you in this ministry.
Please email me at youth.bsbc.nb@gmail.com for more information, and how to connect.
Thank you,
Emily Perrin-Colpitts
11. Love Offerings
As is our tradition, the church family is invited to contribute to a Love Offering for Pastor Steve and a Love Offering for Pastor Charles. This allows individual members of the congregation to have the opportunity to give a financial gift as an expression of thanks for faithful service and as a sign of love. Each gives as he/her/they feel led.
How to give
In the weeks ahead you can use any means to give (drop off/mail your gift at the church office, put it in the Sunday offering box or make an e-transfer. In this case, it will be very important to clearly label your gift “Pastor Steve Love Offering” or “Pastor Charles Love Offering” to ensure that your gift gets to the correct account. Any gifts that come in after Wednesday, May 26, marked “Love Offering” will be divided between these pastoral accounts. Thank you for seeking to make your donation by the last Sunday in June.
Please note that the Canada Revenue Agency will not allow us to give a charitable gift receipt for gifts that are designated to specific individuals. Thank you for your understanding.
In the case of Pastor Charles, if you make a gift to him through the existing Millette support account with SIM Canada, a tax receipt can be given. This information just became available Tuesday, June 8. To use this method, click the following link: https://www.sim.ca/charles-and-sarah-millette/
12. Please Sign Our Memory Books for Pastor Steve & Pastor Charles
In the time of COVID-19, our celebrations of the ministries of Pastor Steve and Pastor Charles can’t have the personal touch that we like. Therefore, we encourage you to click on the link below so you can include your thanks, memories, prayers, well-wishes, whatever you’d like, to these two wonderful pastors.
Early in July, we’ll be putting these memories in a book that will be printed for each Pastor. Thank you for sharing your encouragement with Pastors Steve and Charles — creating a memento that will be a permanent reminder of your love.
13. Wednesday Library Openings
Your librarians invite you to visit the library the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month from 10 a.m. until noon. Come and engage with our huge collection of books – there’s something for everyone!
NEXT OPENING: Wednesday, July 14
14. July Birthdays
Check out the BSBC Birthday Roster for July.
15. This Week at BSBC: June 23 to 30
Wednesday, June 23
10:00 Library Open
12:00 Staff Luncheon (Home of Pastor Greg & Margaret Geldart)
7:00 Spring Business Meeting (Sanctuary)
Thursday, June 24
8:30 Vote on Item from Special Business Meeting (Gym)
10:30 Visitation With the Family of the Late Betty Ritchie (Sanctuary)
12:30 “Betty Ritchie: A Celebration of Life and Faith” (Sanctuary)
7:00 Chinese Hymn Practice (Choir Room)
7:00 Vocal Ensemble (Sanctuary)
Friday, June 25
7:00 Final Friday Youth Group (3rd Floor, FLC)
Saturday, June 26
1:00 Worship Team Practice (Gym)
Sunday, June 27
10:15 KidzTown (2nd Floor, Family Life Centre)
10:30 Traditional Worship Service (Sanctuary/thestreetonline.ca)
10:30 Contemporary Worship Service (Gym/Facebook Live)
12:00 Fresh Start Lunch (3rd Floor Assembly)
2:00 Chinese Worship Service (Sanctuary)
8:00 BSBC Cares! (Facebook Live)
Monday, June 28
7:00 Board of Deacons(Zoom)
7:00 Chinese Bible Study (3rd Floor Assembly)
Tuesday, June 29
12:00 Chinese Prayer Meeting (2nd Floor Boardroom)
1:30 Quilters for Missions (Quilting Room)
6:00 Youth Leaders Training (3rd Floor Assembly)
Wednesday, June 30
6:00 Vocal Ensemble (Sanctuary)
